Nepal Fulvetta

Alcippe nipalensis

Laughingthrushes and Allies · Passeriformes · Rare

The Nepal Fulvetta (Alcippe nipalensis) is a rare laughingthrush found in 6 countries, weighing about 16 g. The Nepal fulvetta or Nepal alcippe, as the fulvettas proper are not closely related to this species, is a bird species in the family Leiothrichidae.

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About the Nepal Fulvetta

The Nepal fulvetta or Nepal alcippe, as the fulvettas proper are not closely related to this species, is a bird species in the family Leiothrichidae.

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Where it lives

When to see it

Best months: January, February, March, April, May, October, November, December, with peak activity in April. It is a variable species across most of its range.

Easily confused with

Quick questions

What does a Nepal Fulvetta look like?
The Nepal fulvetta or Nepal alcippe, as the fulvettas proper are not closely related to this species, is a bird species in the family Leiothrichidae.
How big is a Nepal Fulvetta?
The Nepal Fulvetta is a small sized bird weighing about 16 g.
Where can you see a Nepal Fulvetta?
The Nepal Fulvetta occurs in 6 countries, including India, Nepal, Bhutan, China and Bangladesh.
What birds look similar to a Nepal Fulvetta?
The Nepal Fulvetta is most easily confused with the Yunnan Fulvetta, the Mountain Fulvetta and the Huet's Fulvetta.
Is the Nepal Fulvetta endangered?
The Nepal Fulvetta is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.

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